Solve your Computer Problems using the Internet
There are countless websites with resources to help you solve problems and become a more proficient computer user. To find them do a Google search for common problems that match yours -- experiment with ways of wording your Google searches so the results returned are more appropriate to your search.
For example if Outlook Express freezes when you select the preview pane, try searching for the full phrase:
"outlook express preview pane" freeze or "outlook express" "preview pane" freezes (within quotations as shown). You can also try different descriptions or use a different order to get a broader list of results.
Obviously if you get any error messages -- e.g. Outlook Express error 0x800ccc0f -- you should include that in your search as well.
Here are a few sites to get you started:
- Microsoft Knowledgebase
For known issues with any of their products. - Windows Secrets Newsletter
The Windows Secrets Newsletter is a twice-monthly e-mail publication that reveals to you essential tricks of running Microsoft Windows. This is "must have" if you're learning to drive Windows ... or even for the more advance who just want to hone their skills. - Tech Spot
Excellent resource - use the search box to find answers to your problems. - Scot’s Newsletter
Windows, Macintosh OS X, and Linux - broadband, do-it-yourself networking, Microsoft, Apple, the Internet, and computing issues. You'll get insights, analysis,hardware and software reviews, explanations, tips, and straight-shooting advice about desktop computing today, and tomorrow. It's information you can really use. - The Elder Geek on Windows XP
More information about Microsoft operating systems and applications that you can possibly imagine! - The Elder Geek on Windows Vista
As above, but for the latest version of Windows. - PC Pitstop TechTalk Newsletter
A collection of useful tips and information available via RSS Subscription. - fixyourownprinter.com
Contains a forum, database of error codes, guides, publications & drivers to help you diagnose printing problems. - PC Rescue (Australian site)
Some excellent advice, tips and information for beginners and more experienced users. PC Rescue's managing director regularly helps ABC radio listeners with computer problems. They offer a free archive of common computer problems that could save you hours of time and frustration. - SeniorNet Association Inc. (Australian site)
Dedicated to helping seniors use computers and the internet. Their motto is "Seniors helping Seniors" - Computer Hope
A collection of free services that allows any user to access its database of extensive free computer related information. A popular destination for end-users as well as computer support facilities for answering computer related questions. - Windows XP Advice & Information
Windows XP Update information and technical resources that help YOU get the most from Windows XP. - The Hotfix How-to's
Step-by-step guides to everyday computer tasks. - IT Tips
Popular aebsite for application tips, explorer tips, installation tips, Internet Explorer tips, keyboard tips, miscellaneous tips, network and communication tips, registry tips, SQL Server Tips & Win98 Tips. - Web Alley
Web Publishing made easy! This is a very helpful site for those getting into web page design - lots of tutorials, resources (including graphics and html) and links.
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Free Spyware Removal Tools
No need to buy expensive spyware removal tools - the programs I have included here are widely considered to be the best available for eliminating files and programs secreted on your computer without your knowledge.
Firefox 3
The fastest, leanest, most powerful browser Mozilla has ever released. With over 15,000 improvements, including the revolutionary smart location bar, password manager, malware protection, Firefox 3 delivers the Web without compromise.
Mozilla Thunderbird
Thunderbird is simple to use and customisable, it offers powerful spam protection with leading-edge junk mail filters, anti-phishing protection, advanced security and automatic updating.
Get Ubuntu
Ubuntu is a community developed, linux-based operating system. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more
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